Frozen Wild Maine Blueberries

These are wild lowbush blueberries harvested from Maine's barrens, dried to preserve their natural tart flavor and antioxidants. Classified under HTS 0813.40.20.10 as wild blueberries, which are distinct from cultivated highbush varieties due to their smaller size and wild growth origin.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

0810.40.00Same rate: 35%

If not fully dried and retained some moisture for fresh-like use

Fresh or frozen berries fall under Chapter 08 heading 0810, excluding dried fruit provisions.

2008.93.00.00Higher: 39.5% vs 35%

If processed into blueberry powder or puree after drying

Further processed fruit preparations move to Chapter 20 for made-up products.

0813.40.90.00Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If cultivated highbush variety rather than true wild lowbush

0813.40.90 covers other dried berries excluding the specific wild blueberry subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify wild origin certification from supplier to distinguish from cultivated blueberries under HTS 0810

Include lab analysis for moisture content to confirm dried state (typically under 25% moisture)

Label as 'wild blueberries' to avoid reclassification; provide harvest location documentation